Reading To Your Newborn Could Boost His Development

Due date nearly here? Stock up on bedtime story books so you can start reading to your newborn as soon as he arrives – it may boost his vocabulary

Reading to your baby as soon as he’s born could help boost his academic success later in life, experts say.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) announced the news in a policy statement, saying that reading to your child, even when he’s a baby, could help build his vocabulary and communication skills – leading to more success in school.

‘You’re not teaching a two-month-old how to read,’ says Dr Danette Glassy, paediatrician who co-chairs the AAP’s Council on Early Childhood. ‘Sitting down with them makes your baby smart and wise.

‘Even the most affluent family can be distracted from interacting with their baby. They can entertain their babies with all kinds of gadgets and gizmos that interfere with their development.’

A bedtime story is a great way to help relax your baby before bed and can be included into his bedtime routine.

Which books do you read to your baby? Let us know in the comments box below.

A royal baby is always cause for excitement, but the Royal couple aren’t the only parents celebrating the birth of a baby – and with JOHNSON’S® iconic range of products, every newborn can be a prince or princess.

The average baby has their nappy changed 4,500 times - that's a lot of nappies... so choose wisely! That’s why our super-soft Little Angels newborn range is there to support you through this important milestone.